Evictions – An important update for landlords in Chelmsford
On Friday it was announced by the Government there is now an extension on the ban on landlords evicting tenants in England and Wales. The new ruling means landlords will…
The Most Common Mistakes Landlords in Chelmsford Make
Hands up if you think this statement is true. Being a landlord is easy. You buy a property, find a tenant, and then sit back like Daddy Warbucks and count the…
Insurance Advice for Landlords in Chelmsford
If the mere mention of the word “insurance” makes you want to nod off, here’s a quick hack to focus your mind. Ask yourself this question: what’s the worst that…
Changing the Locks
As a landlord, it would not be unreasonable to expect to hold a key. After all, you do own the place, so why not! However, what happens if the…
Seven Steps to Being a Successful Landlord in Chelmsford
Being a landlord can be challenging, complicated and confusing. But it doesn’t have to be that way. By following these quick tips below, you’ll make your life easier and your…
Evictions Update for Landlords in Chelmsford
It takes flexibility, compassion, and stamina to navigate the eviction process at the best of times. But, due to Covid-19, it takes more careful and considered steps than ever to…
How “No DSS” Ruling Impacts Landlords in Chelmsford
A disabled mum-of-two emerged victorious from York County Court earlier this month after winning a case that sent ripples through the lettings industry. The woman, who was on housing benefit,…
NO Compromise on Cleanliness
According to the Tenancy Deposit Scheme (TDS), cleaning accounts for 56% of deposit disputes and there has recently been a sharp rise in the number of properties that require professional…
Working with Tradespeople
When you buy a property that needs work, you usually hope to be able to recoup the cost of renovation by adding significantly to the future selling price. That’s the…
It pays to talk – a guide to managing rent arrears in Chelmsford
At the beginning of the pandemic, many predicted Covid-19 would have a disastrous impact on the private rental sector. But new figures show that 90% of tenants have paid their…
I’m a Chelmsford landlord drowning in red tape, get me out of here!
Some people say being a landlord is easy. These people are wrong. Glance through the list of the 175 plus laws that apply to landlords in the UK and you…
Getting Through 2020 – What the Rest of The Year Holds for Chelmsford Landlords?
If you had to sum up 2020 in one word (without using “unprecedented” because it has been overused) what would it be? Weird? Abnormal? Or what about unheard-of? Okay, maybe…
Stephen Frost FARLA ANAEA Hi, and thank you for visiting this blog. I have been in the Chelmsford Property market since 2008, owning and running with my excellent colleagues, the Martin and Co office in Chelmsford. I am also a Buy to Let Mortgage Adviser helping Landlords like you. I have always shared my thoughts on the local property market in Chelmsford with my landlords, but now I want to share with everyone in the town. On this blog, John and I will talk about what is happening in the town's property market itself, even looking at specific streets or housing estates. At other times, we will post what we consider decent buy to let deals. Some will be on the market with me (as we also sell property), but others will be on the market with other agents in Chelmsford. We like to look at the whole of market and give you, what we consider the best investment opportunities.I am a very experienced Estate Agent and a Fellow of ARLA (The Association of Residential Lettings Agents). I have 25+ years’ experience in the local Property Market, starting as a Trainee Sales Negotiator for a Corporate Agency. Working my way up through the ranks I have spent my entire working career in the Customer Service Industry. Born in Chelmsford, I am married with 4 Children. In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with the family, playing golf and going out for a run!
